Green OA vs. Gold OA. Which one to choose? | Open Science

"The advantages and disadvantages of Green and Gold OA are discussed by the scientific community all the time. Which form of these two models is more open and accessible? Which one should be treated as the real OA? And finally, which one is better for authors? Let’s make a short list of the pros and cons of each model ... So what to choose? Gold OA or Green OA? In my view, it is difficult at this point to consider Green OA as an alternative to the traditional model of publishing in science. At least not under the regime of the current paradigm, that places such strong emphasis on prestige and recognition. Green OA offers no mechanisms for promotion, and neither does it assure scientists that publishing in this model can serve their career in a measurable way. What is more, Green OA may still be regarded as something adjunct to the existing publishing model:  first publish your paper in a regular journal, and once the embargo has been lifted, consider submitting it to some repository.  This does not mean, however, as often appears in this discussion, that it makes sense to put Gold OA and Green OA on opposite sides of the barricade. The two models can be complementary. Moreover, it is good that two models exist. This provides a greater opportunity for authors to influence the development of each. At some point, the paradigm will change and the competition between the Green and Gold models will cease to make sense."